California Association of Food Banks
Government Relations Director, California
California Association of Food Banks, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Overview
The California Association of Food Banks
is proud to amplify the voice of food banks on behalf of hungry Californians. We do this by influencing public policy, enhancing the social safety net, ensuring that fresh produce and healthy proteins are available to all Californians, connecting hungry residents with nutrition programs, and supporting our 42-member food banks in their work to feed our communities. If you are interested in joining a team of people dedicated to eradicating hunger from each and every corner of our community in our state, we encourage you to apply! Responsibilities
Lead legislative and administrative advocacy aligned to CAFB’s annual state policy agenda. Develop and implement California-specific policy strategies in collaboration with the Vice President of Advocacy & Public Affairs and CAFB staff, member food banks, and lobbyists. Maintain CAFB’s presence, reputation, and relationships with state legislators and state agency officials; surface policy needs and hunger context. Organize forums and feedback loops for members to provide up-to-date policy information and identify policy priorities; provide strategic consultation and support to members seeking policy solutions. Collaborate with national partners, legislative offices, and state program administrators. Supervise a team of three and a lobbying contractor; report to the Vice President of Advocacy & Public Policy. Work primarily in Sacramento with approximately 30% travel to Oakland, conferences, and member food banks; hybrid work arrangement. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public policy, social services, or equivalent experience; Master’s degree preferred but not required. Minimum of 5 years of successful professional experience managing government affairs programs of a similar scope and experience advocating in California. Compensation and Benefits
Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr. Competitive salary commensurate with experience; eligible for the organization’s Employee Health & Benefits Plan. Location: Oakland, CA; majority of time in Sacramento; 30% travel to Oakland, conferences, and member food banks. Hybrid work schedule and work/life balance. Employment details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Administrative and Strategy/Planning Industries: Non-profit Organizations Equal Opportunity
We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in our recruiting and hiring practices. We are an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination.
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The California Association of Food Banks
is proud to amplify the voice of food banks on behalf of hungry Californians. We do this by influencing public policy, enhancing the social safety net, ensuring that fresh produce and healthy proteins are available to all Californians, connecting hungry residents with nutrition programs, and supporting our 42-member food banks in their work to feed our communities. If you are interested in joining a team of people dedicated to eradicating hunger from each and every corner of our community in our state, we encourage you to apply! Responsibilities
Lead legislative and administrative advocacy aligned to CAFB’s annual state policy agenda. Develop and implement California-specific policy strategies in collaboration with the Vice President of Advocacy & Public Affairs and CAFB staff, member food banks, and lobbyists. Maintain CAFB’s presence, reputation, and relationships with state legislators and state agency officials; surface policy needs and hunger context. Organize forums and feedback loops for members to provide up-to-date policy information and identify policy priorities; provide strategic consultation and support to members seeking policy solutions. Collaborate with national partners, legislative offices, and state program administrators. Supervise a team of three and a lobbying contractor; report to the Vice President of Advocacy & Public Policy. Work primarily in Sacramento with approximately 30% travel to Oakland, conferences, and member food banks; hybrid work arrangement. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, public policy, social services, or equivalent experience; Master’s degree preferred but not required. Minimum of 5 years of successful professional experience managing government affairs programs of a similar scope and experience advocating in California. Compensation and Benefits
Base pay range: $100,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr. Competitive salary commensurate with experience; eligible for the organization’s Employee Health & Benefits Plan. Location: Oakland, CA; majority of time in Sacramento; 30% travel to Oakland, conferences, and member food banks. Hybrid work schedule and work/life balance. Employment details
Seniority level: Director Employment type: Full-time Job function: Administrative and Strategy/Planning Industries: Non-profit Organizations Equal Opportunity
We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in our recruiting and hiring practices. We are an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination.
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